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Deputy Budget Director -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)-Non-Tenured (NT)
Salary
$90,000.00 - $105,000.00 Annually
Employment Type
Judicial Branch | Administrative Office of the Courts | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Judicial | Court of Justice
Location
1001 Vandalay Dive
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
Description
The Office of Finance and Administration, Department of Budget has an opening for a Deputy Budget Director inFranklin County. The Deputy Budget Director performs advanced budget and financial analysis for assignedJudicial Branch organizational units and has primary responsibility for one or more complex budget, financial,or fiscal programs. Develops budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses; advises management on resourceallocation and fiscal issues; and provides technical guidance and support in the administration of JudicialBranch budget operations.
Examples of Duties or Responsibilities of this Classification:
- Analyzes and develops budgets from assigned organizational units, including reviewing expenditurerequirements, revenue projections, program needs, and available resources.
- Coordinates development and review of budget requests from assigned organizational units, ensuringrequests are supported by appropriate financial analysis and consistent with agency priorities and availableresources.
- Assists with development of the biennial Judicial Branch Budget request.
- Conducts complex financial and budget analyses to evaluate funding requirements, expenditure trends,revenue assumptions, staffing costs, and the fiscal impact of proposed legislation, programs, or changes inoperations from assigned organizational units.
- Develops revenue and expenditure forecasts and monitors actual financial activity against budgetprojections; identifies significant variances and recommends corrective action as appropriate.
- Reviews organizational requests for new positions, position reclassifications, salary adjustments, andother personnel-related expenditures and evaluates their budgetary impact.
- Monitors agency appropriations and restricted funds and advises management from assigned organizationalunits regarding available resources, spending limitations, projected balances, and potential funding issues.
- Has primary responsibility for one or more complex budget, financial, or fiscal programs administered bythe Judicial Branch, including capital project financing, grant administration, local government reimbursementprograms, or other specialized fiscal functions.
- Develops and maintains budget models, projections, reports, and analytical tools used to support agencyfinancial planning and decision-making.
- Assists in the design and implementation of standard operating procedures, workflows, systems, and formsfor use in budgeting operations.
- Prepares recurring and ad hoc budget reports and analyses for management, identifying significant trends,variances, risks, and opportunities for improved resource allocation.
- Provides technical assistance and guidance to budget analysts and agency personnel regarding budgetdevelopment, expenditure planning, budget execution, and financial reporting.
- Monitors requisitions and invoices to ensure funding is available and for compliance with budgetarycontrols.
- Represents the Budget Department at departmental, management, and judicial partner meetings andlegislative hearings as assigned.
- Communicates complex budgetary and fiscal matters clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration,Economics, or a related field
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in governmentalbudgeting, financial analysis, budget administration, or a closely related fiscal function
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:Professional certification is not required; however, a CertifiedPublic Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) certification is highly desirable andmay be considered in evaluating qualifications.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:An equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience may beconsidered.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):NONE
Working Conditions
Work is primarily performed in an office environment and requires regular and consistent in-office presence.Position requires regular interaction with employees, leadership, and other stakeholders. Position requiresuse of standard office equipment, including a computer, keyboard, and telephone. Position requires the abilityto sit for extended periods and perform frequent computer-based work. Position requires the ability tocommunicate effectively in person, by telephone, and electronically. Position requires sustained concentrationand attention to detail when reviewing and analyzing detailed financial and budget information.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jenny Lafferty at JennyLafferty@kycourts.net
